2018 Honda GL1800 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GL1800 years
- Far more complaints than other years 5th of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Honda GL1800. That ranks 5th out of 22 GL1800 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (7 complaints, 21%), typically at around 23,381 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 7 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 34owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Honda GL1800 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 21% | 23,381 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 18% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 15% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 15% | 6,604 | — | — |
| Steering | 5 | 15% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 6% | 10 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 6% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | 1,390 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 6% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 3% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | 33,500 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3% | 500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 7,532 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Honda GL1800 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021 GL1800 Goldwing motorcycles. The primary drive gear bolt on the crankshaft may break, which can result in an engine stall and lock up the rear wheel.
Risk: An engine stall and rear wheel lockup can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the primary drive gear bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KQ9.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2024 GL1800 (Goldwing), CBR600RR, and 2018-2019 CBR1000RR motorcycles. The fuel pump impellers may have been improperly molded, which can cause them to deform and result in fuel pump failure.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KP8, KP9, KQ0, and KQ1.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
There is a Service Bulletin on the steering handle bars. The dealership I take it to is Go Az Flagstaff, AZ [redacted]. On a recall service appointment I was advised by the service manager of the loose handle bar service bulletin. It was addressed at that time. I had my motorcycle in for another…
The contact owns a 2018 Honda GL1800 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while releasing the accelerator pedal at speeds of 40 MPH or higher, whether on cruise control or not, the motorcycle experienced the death wobble. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer and was not diagnosed. The contact…
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Gold Wing GL 1800 Motorcycle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V113000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
The UBS bolt broke off ( according to honda mechanics who worked on the bike) causing the motorcycle to lose all power instantly. The engine basically fell apart. I was traveling 55 miles an hour on a two lane curvy mountain road with virtually no shoulder and traffic in both directions. With no…
31300-KVZ-632 1.00 MOTOR, RATIO CONTROL - this is the part that failed. It is not available for inspection as the dealer has replaced the failed part under warranty. The safety risk is, if it breaks under acceleration, you are stuck in that gear so merging onto an interstate you could in fact be…
Other Honda GL1800 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 GL1800 | 3 | 1 |
| 2023 GL1800 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 GL1800 | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 GL1800 | 7 | 3 |
| 2020 GL1800 | 1 | 3 |
| 2019 GL1800 | 8 | 2 |
| 2018 | 34 | 2 |
| 2016 GL1800 | 5 | 1 |
| 2015 GL1800 | 8 | 2 |
| 2014 GL1800 | 7 | 2 |
| 2013 GL1800 | 9 | 2 |
| 2012 GL1800 | 31 | 4 |
| 2010 GL1800 | 24 | 4 |
| 2009 GL1800 | 2 | 5 |
| 2008 GL1800 | 47 | 4 |
| 2007 GL1800 | 20 | 4 |
| 2006 GL1800 | 22 | 5 |
| 2005 GL1800 | 18 | 2 |
| 2004 GL1800 | 10 | 4 |
| 2003 GL1800 | 101 | 6 |
| 2002 GL1800 | 182 | 6 |
| 2001 GL1800 | 84 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda GL1800?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Honda GL1800?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Honda GL1800 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GL1800 model years, the 2018 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.